Vietnam’s ancient capital of Hanoi needs little introduction. This intriguing metropolis home to almost eight million people has captivated generations of travellers with its bustling streetscapes and crumbling...
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Chris Ashton
Flight Review: Scoot 787-9 ScootPlus Gold Coast to Singapore
We’ve flown Scoot a couple of times over the years, both in Economy and ScootPlus (formerly known as ScootBiz) but not since their much-hyped switch to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner – until now. Was it worth the wait...
Movies That Will Make You Want to Travel
Never underestimate the power of a silver screen to inspire your wanderlust. The Beach, Eat Pray Love, Under the Tuscan Sun, The Tourist, Mamma Mia… there’s no shortage of movies that make you want to jet off across the...
A Pride Guide to Los Angeles
Hoping to build on the success of last year’s record-breaking crowd, LA Pride Festival is bringing a wig-snatching line-up of music, movies, dance, and more to the streets of West Hollywood for a week from June 7 – and...
How to travel like a local
Moving abroad is an exciting (though daunting) opportunity to experience a new city, country or culture. But, how do you know if you’re actually going to like your new home? According to new research by Booking...
How to visit Jewel Changi Airport
Get your passports ready, folks. The world’s best airport – as named by Skytrax six years in a row – has just got even better with the opening of the brand-new ‘Jewel’ at Changi Airport in...
An Aussie Comedian’s Guide to L.A. and San Francisco
If you’re an Aussie travelling to the US, there’s a good chance California is on your hit list. And sitting pretty atop that lengthy list are the glittering cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco. But, if...
How to be an animal friendly traveller
Lions and tigers and bears – oh my! World Wildlife Day is back once again to remind us of the incredible creatures which share this planet with us, shining a light not only on the biodiversity that exists but also...
Best places to eat, drink and be merry in Adelaide
After what feels like an eternity of waiting (read: 11 months) Adelaide’s famous Mad March festival season is almost upon us. Adelaide Fringe, Adelaide Festival and WOMADelaide are returning bigger and better this year...
Four Insta-worthy things to see in Jakarta
When I told my friends and family I was heading off on a trip to Jakarta, the most common reaction was: ‘Why not go to Bali instead?’ I would be lying if I said the same thought hadn’t crossed my mind at least once too...